Senior Tax Compliance Representative - Sacramento, United States - State of California

Description

Job Description and Duties

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT, IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RE-APPLY.

TELEWORK IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE, HOWEVER, STAFF MAY BE REQUIRED TO REPORT TO THEIR ASSIGNED HEADQUARTERS AS BUSINESS NEEDS ARISE.

Under the general supervision of a Tax Administrator I, the Senior Tax Compliance Representative, (STCR) in the Tax Processing and Accounting Division's (TPAD), School Employees Fund (SEF) Unit within the Account Management Group (AMG) acts as a technical expert in the SEF unit.

The STCR uses a high degree of judgment and extensive knowledge of the California Unemployment Insurance Code (CUIC) as it pertains to the SEF employer accounts, Legislative requirements for SEF, Departmental regulations, and procedures and policies in the processing of workloads related to maintaining the SEF accounts within the Department's Accounting and Compliance Enterprise System (ACES) and the Wage Gathering System (WGS).

The incumbent represents the EDD, in partnership with the Unemployment Insurance Branch, in the biannual conferences held with the School Employer Advisory Committee and the Unemployment Insurance Technical Subcommittee, In addition, the incumbent leads and participates in the annual rating process, prepares financial statements, and fund forecast.

"This position is headquartered in Downtown Sacramento and may be eligible for telework under EDD's telework policy. California Government Code Section 14200 requires employees to reside in California to telecommute. Employees are required to report to their headquarters office, as needed. Travel expenses to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee."

Position exists in downtown Sacramento.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

8:00am to 5:00pm Monday - Friday. May be required to travel for meetings and training.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR TAX COMPLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details


Job Code #:
JC-420968


Position #(s):

Working Title:
Senior Tax Compliance Representative (STCR)


Classification:
SENIOR TAX COMPLIANCE REPRESENTATIVE (SPECIALIST)

$6, $7,847.00

# of Positions:

1


Work Location:
Sacramento County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Work Shift:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm


Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest State departments with employees at hundreds of service locations.

For more than 70 years, the EDD has connected millions of job seekers and employers in an effort to build the economy of the Golden State.

In order to continue our mission, we are constantly looking for the best and the brightest to join our ranks.

Working at EDD presents many opportunities. If you strive to make a difference, we invite you to seek a career with EDD.


Department Website:
Special Requirements

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at

Please only submit ONE application.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the "Application Instructions' section below and ensure the following:

• Clearly indicate the Job Code #, Position Number and the Classification Title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment STD Form 678.
• Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (list, transfer, reinstatement, etc.) in the "Explanations" section located on Page 3 of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
• Remove and do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (Page 10) with your completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678. This page is for examination use only.
• Do not include your full Social Security Number on your documents and/or do not provide any LEAP information.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 5/4/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).

SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.

Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Employment Development Department


Attn:
Job Control # 420968

Human Resource Services Division, MIC 54

PO Box 826880

Sacramento, CA

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Employment Development Department


Attn:
Job Control # 420968

EDD/Human Resource Services Division (6th floor solar)

722 Capitol Mall

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application.

Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Other -A Cover Letter is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required.

Please see "Statement of Qualifications Requirements" section for more information about the SOQ.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview.

The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

To successfully perform the functions of the Senior Tax Compliance Representative classification in the School Employees Fund (SEF) unit, the candidate must possess the following qualifications:

• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and process work efficiently and

* effectively.

• Strong Analytical skills.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment/decisions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to interpret and apply the law, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge and experience in financial accounting, financial reports and analyzing legislation.
• Ability to manage and resolve conflicts in a professional and positive manner.
• Ability to influence others toward a common goal, by building consensus and getting buy-in from others on plans and proposals, including support from internal and external stakeholders and partner agencies.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website, , and the CalPERS website,

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.


Department Website:

Hiring Unit Contact:
Tasha Dominguez

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.

You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer


California Relay Service:
TTY), Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is Required. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ is not a resume or cover letter. Resumes and/or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ may not receive further consideration and may be excluded from the hiring process.

The SOQ should be no more than 2-pages in length, using Arial 12-point font.

Applicant first and last name should be in the upper right hand corner:

• Describe your training and work experience in managing employer accounts, researching, gathering data, and preparing reports.
• Explain how your experience, knowledge, and skills will help you perform the duties of this position.

Failure to provide these documents may result in your disqualification from this recruitment process.

Your SOQ will be considered the first phase of the hiring process for this position. Resumes and/or Cover Letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ.

Applications without the inclusion of an SOQ, or with an SOQ that does not follow the required format, will be regarded as incomplete and will not be reviewed for further consideration in the hiring process.

Background Investigation Requirement

The position(s) may require an applicant to pass a background investigation.

However, applicants will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless they receive a conditional offer of employment.

The department will make an individualized assessment of whether the conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and the work performed by the department.

The department will consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency, nature and seriousness, and age at the time of the offense(s).

The investigation will consist of completion of a personal history statement and fingerprinting checks with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, and/or local law enforcement agencies.

Anyone failing to pass the background investigation will be provided information on how to appeal the process. A criminal conviction may not result in an automatic determination of "Not Qualified."


ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
The Employment Development Department may require a new probation in accordance with applicable probationary period rules.

Click on the link to complete the

Employment Development Department Recruitment Survey:
EDD Recruitment Survey

Merit System Principles

Information regarding Merit System Principles provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place.

Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.